VJ's Drive Inn
A burger stand opened in 1958 and the home of the Winnipeg-style Fat Boy chili burger, directly across from Union Station.
Located at 170 Main Street, directly across from VIA Rail's Union Station. It opened in 1958 as Juniors, was renamed in 1980, and is run by a Greek-Canadian family. The signature VJ's Special is a Winnipeg-style Fat Boy: lettuce, onion, tomato, mustard, dill pickles and plenty of mayonnaise, topped with cumin-spiced chili meat sauce. A single patty costs about CAD 11 and comes with fresh-cut fries. Takeout is window-service only, with outdoor seating. A convenient stop on the way to The Forks or the Exchange District.
Opening hours
Daily, approx. 10:00–21:30 (confirm with the shop)
Nearby sights
- Canadian Museum for Human Rights
- The Forks
- Dalnavert Museum
- Manitoba Children's Museum
- Esplanade Riel
- Exchange District
- Manitoba Museum
- Manitoba Legislative Building